No Hard Feelings (2023) is a raunchy yet heartfelt comedy that follows Maddie Barker (Jennifer Lawrence), a 32-year-old Uber driver and bartender in Montauk, New York. Facing financial hardship and the impending loss of her inherited childhood home due to unpaid property taxes, Maddie responds to an unusual Craigslist ad.
Wealthy couple Allison and Laird Becker (Laura Benanti and Matthew Broderick) seek someone to date their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy (Andrew Barth Feldman), to help him gain confidence before heading to Princeton University. In exchange, they offer a Buick Regal.
Maddie’s initial attempts to seduce Percy are met with comedic challenges, including being pepper-sprayed when he misinterprets her intentions. Despite the rocky start, they begin to bond over shared experiences and vulnerabilities.
As their relationship develops, Maddie and Percy recreate a prom night they both missed, leading to deeper emotional connections. However, the truth about Maddie’s arrangement with Percy’s parents surfaces, causing a rift between them. Percy feels betrayed and ends their relationship.
Determined to make amends, Maddie focuses on resolving her financial issues, eventually deciding to sell her house to her friends Jim and Sara, who are expecting a child. She plans to move to California to pursue her passion for surfing.
In a final gesture of reconciliation, Maddie drives Percy to Princeton, and they part ways as friends, both embarking on new chapters in their lives.
No Hard Feelings blends raunchy humor with themes of personal growth and self-discovery, showcasing Jennifer Lawrence’s versatility in a comedic role.
